Culinary Gems Slovenia: Gault&Millau’s Top Picks for 2024 (BEST Restaurants Revealed!)

Culinary Gems Slovenia: Gault&Millau’s Top Picks for 2024 (BEST Restaurants Revealed!)

Despite its small size, Slovenia is strengthening its reputation as a gastronomic superpower.

For the sixth consecutive year, the inspectors of Gault&Millau explored Slovenia’s vibrant culinary scene, seeking out excellence and innovation.

Gault&Millau Slovenia 2024 Winners

In 2024, the highest number of points (18.5) was awarded to Hiša Franko, which received 4 toques for its exceptional cuisine. Joining Hiša Franko are 9 other outstanding restaurants, now proudly adorned with 4 toques each.

Best Restaurants:

4 toques:

  • Hiša Franko, Staro selo near Kobarid, 18,5/20
  • Gostilna Pri Lojzetu, Zemono Manor, Vipava, 17,5/20
  • Grič, Šentjošt nad Horjulom, 17,5/20
  • Hiša Denk, Zgornja Kungota, 17,5/20
  • Ošterija Debeluh, Brežice, 17,5/20
  • Milka Restaurant, Kranjska Gora, 17,5/20
  • Strelec Restaurant, Ljubljana, 17,5/20
  • Mak Restaurant, Maribor, 17/20
  • Pavus Restaurant, Grad Tabor Laško, 17/20
  • JB Restaurant, Ljubljana, 17/20

3 toques:

  • DAM Restaurant, Nova Gorica, 16,5/20
  • Galerija okusov, Novo Celje, 16,5/20
  • Gostilna Mahorčič, Rodik, 16,5/20
  • Gostilna Repovž, Šentjanž, 16,5/20
  • COB Restaurant, Portorož, 16/20
  • Špacapanova hiša, Komen, 16/20
  • Bistro Grad Štanjel, Štanjel, 15,5/20
  • Danilo – gostilna in vinoteka, Reteče, 15,5/20
  • Gostilna Krištof, Predoslje, 15,5/20
  • Gostilna Rajh, Murska Sobota, 15,5/20
  • Hiša Fink, Novo mesto, 15,5/20
  • Hiša Linhart, Radovljica, 15,5/20
  • Majerija, Slap, 15,5/20
  • Calypso Restaurant, Nova Gorica, 15,5/20
  • Cubo Restaurant, Ljubljana, 15,5/20
  • Harfa Restaurant, Ljubljana, 15,5/20
  • Mangrt Restaurant, Log pod Mangartom, 15,5/20
  • Rizibizi Restaurant, Portorož, 15,5/20
  • Bistro Štorja, Postojna, 15/20
  • Gostilna As, Ljubljana, 15/20
  • Gostilna Jež, Jagnjenica, 15/20
  • Gostilna Rakar, Gorenje Ponikve, 15/20
  • Gostilna Vovko, Ratež, 15/20
  • Hiša Krasna, Lokev, 15/20
  • Miza za štiri, Zgornja Polskava, 15/20
  • Pen Klub restavracija, Ljubljana, 15/20
  • Dveri-Pax Restaurant, Jarenina, 15/20
  • Marina Hotel Restaurant, Izola , 15/20
  • Spargus Restaurant, Špitalič pri Slovenskih Konjicah, 15/20
  • Sophia Restaurant, Portorož, 15/20

Special awards

Furthermore, the event celebrated the chefs, whose steadfast commitment to both Slovenian culinary tradition and innovative culinary creations significantly shapes the culinary landscape of Slovenia.

Chef of the Year: David Žefran, Milka Restaurant, Kranjska Gora

Chef of the Future: Ago Špacapan, Špacapanova hiša, Komen

Chef of Tradition: Simo Komel, Bistro Grad Štanjel, Štanjel

Young Chef: Rok Smonkar, Gjerkeš Estate, Fikšinci

Best Pastry Chef: Saša Mišič and Matevž Kmet, Restaurant Cubo, Ljubljana

Best POP: Baščaršija Ethno House, Maribor

Best Sommelier/ Waiter: Andrej Kurež, Marina Hotel Restaurant, Izola

The full list of the restaurants featured in the 2024 edition of the G&M guide will be announced at the end of the month, when the printed edition will be published. Soon, also the Taste Slovenia website will be updated with the latest results.

Gault&Millau Slovenia inspectors undertake unannounced and anonymous visits to restaurants across Slovenia throughout the year. They conduct a comprehensive evaluation, from the moment they arrive at the door to the final farewell, assessing the food, wine, aesthetic and service experiences, along with the atmosphere and management. Restaurants are awarded a maximum of 20 points, with a threshold of 11 points for awarding the caps. Even earning just one cap is a significant recognition for a restaurant.

“The mission of Gault&Millau has been, since its very beginning half a century ago, to unveil culinary excellence,” remarked Mira Šemić, Director of Gault&Millau Slovenia.

Source: Slovenian Tourist Organisation



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